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memphis
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« on: November 14, 2012, 02:46:03 PM »
I know that Biden is from Scranton and all but still amazing. Almost 100% white. Coal country. Nonetheless, swung toward Obama and gave him 63% of the vote. Not complaining, but WTF? Compare with SW PA, where Dems are in freefall.
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« Reply #1 on: November 14, 2012, 03:42:29 PM »
Again, it's more than just Biden. Take a look at the 2010 gubernatorial race. Dems only win 4 counties. Dems did best in Philly, of course, but number 2 is Lackawanna. In the 06 gubernatorial race, even before Biden was the veep, Lackawanna was Rendell's best county outside the Philly area. There's something special about Scranton in comparison with every other coal region in the nation. They're still voting like they did 50 years ago. Why?
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